Thoughtful service since 1891... Celebrating 125 years of compassion and service

The staff members of Ely Funeral Home will guide your family in creating a meaningful ceremony to honor the life and memory of a loved one. A ceremony can be anything you wish it to be: simple or elaborate, traditional or unique. No matter how it's tailored, such a ceremony is an important step in recovering from loss.

To the families we serve,

For four generations our family has been committed to excellence in serving those in need. We are deeply mindful of the confidence placed in us by the families we serve and it is our desire to walk with you through a very difficult time. Our expert staff will guide your family in creating a meaningful ceremony that will honor the life and memory of your loved one.

- The Ely Family

Featured Services

Honoring Life

It's important to take the time to acknowledge the uniqueness of the deceased: the individuality of their personality, and the uniqueness of their life's path.

Funeral Etiquette

When you call on us during your time of need we will serve you with compassion and dignity. Your expression of specific needs and desires for the funeral service of your loved one allows us to memorialize the life lived in a personal and meaningful way. Our funeral home can offer unique opportunities for families to create healing moments after a loss. The Ely Funeral Home has been serving the Jersey Shore community for more than 125 years and our goal is to continue providing thoughtful service for many years to come.

Michael J. Ely, Manager NJ Lic. No. 4729

We are conveniently located just 1.5 miles from the Garden State Parkway, Route 18 and Jersey Shore University Medical Center **Please "Like" our page on Facebook for updated obituaries and service information**